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575. Tinatin Japaridze - Maidan in Tbilisi - How Close to Ending is Russian Dream of Controlling Georgia?
Dec 20, 2024
Tinatin Japaridze, an expert in Eurasian geopolitics and author of "Stalin’s Millennials," shares insights on the complex political landscape of Georgia. She compares grassroots movements in Tbilisi to Ukraine's Maidan protests, emphasizing their leaderless nature and the push for democracy. Tinatin discusses the Georgian government’s struggles against rising authoritarianism and critiques the West's lukewarm response. She underscores the resilience of protesters and the urgent need for meaningful international support to foster political change.
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- Despite their perceived fragility, authoritarian regimes in Russia and Georgia may tighten control rather than showing signs of weakness.
- The leaderless nature of Georgia's current protests reflects a desire for systemic change, complicating organization yet emphasizing grassroots democratic aspirations.
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The Resilience of Authoritarian Regimes
Despite the perceived fragility of authoritarian regimes like those in Russia, Belarus, and Georgia, their ability to maintain control should not be underestimated. As the geopolitical landscape shifts, leaders such as Putin are more likely to tighten their grip rather than show signs of weakness. The assessment that these leaders might be on the brink of collapse overlooks the entrenched resources and support they possess, including external backing from powerful allies. The situation requires nuanced understanding, as the facade of vulnerability may mask a dangerous potential for increased repression.
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